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Origins of the Smithy surname

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About the Smithys

We have a total number of 426 records for people with the last name Smithy.

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Where do most Smithys live?

In 1921, most Smithys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Smithys

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 314 records for the Smithy surname. The oldest one dates back to 1552.

Who were Smithys most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Smithys.

What are the most common Smithy first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Smithys

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Smithys in 1921
Cook

2

Daughter Of A Painter

2

Domestic Serv

2

Nurse

2

P L W Cotton

2

Common Male occupations for Smithys in 1921
Carter

2

Chair Maker

2

Coal Miner

2

Laborer

2

Mariner

2

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